Moonshine and the Dixie Mafia

1h 3min

Discover Dixie and all its distinct and colorful history! Home to the finest whisky and bourbon, the American South is known for many things, including its charming drawl and glorious mountain ranges. However, there is another side to Southern history steeped in mystique, communal survival, ingenuity, brilliant entrepreneurship and distrust of the government.

Episodes

Cast

The Moonshine and Bourbon Capital of the World

1. The Moonshine and Bourbon Capital of the World

1h

14th Oct 2014

Story of 'Walking Tall fame' Buford Pusser, and how he was willing to take on the Dixie Mafia from his daughter, Dwana.

Southern Style Racing and Bootlegging

2. Southern Style Racing and Bootlegging

1h 8min

14th Oct 2014

After the passing of Prohibition in 1919, whiskey-making in the hills and hollows of Appalachia turned into a big business and deadly cat-and-mouse game with the law, which gave rise to the South’s most cherished pastime, Stock-car racing.

The Southern Mob, A.K.A. The Dixie Mafia

3. The Southern Mob, A.K.A. The Dixie Mafia

1h 3min

14th Oct 2014

Hear the story of ‘Walking Tall fame’ Buford Pusser, the one man who was willing to take on the Dixie Mafia from his daughter, Dwana, as she discusses her daddy’s heroic life and tragic death.

First air date

14th Oct 2014

Last air date

14th Oct 2014

Status

Ended

Type

Documentary

Original language

en

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